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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1916

Page

2

Priest testifies threats against life in Mansour case

The Rev. Mgr. Nicholas Gannam of Our Lady of the Annunciation testified in Central Court that Salim Mansour threatened his life. Mansour denied the threats and his counsel urged witnesses to attest to his character. The case was postponed for final judgment.

Mgr Nicholas Gannam Church of Our Lady of the Annunciation Central Court Salim Mansour Hudson Street Mansour F. H. Noyes

Weather Wins Delays as Boston War Game Opens

A war game in Boston harbor was postponed due to rain and fog but was set to begin today as officials at the Charlestown navy yard prepare. The battleship Kearsarge faces simulated submarine attack protected by patrol boats with enemy subs reported off Nahant last night.

Boston Harbor Innasmuch Charlestown Navy Yard Kearsarge Nahant

Young Man Crushed in Elevator Incident at 486 Hanover

Nathan Nevins aged 17 from East Boston was wedged at the top of a freight elevator at 486 Hanover Street. Found by building workers about 6 pm, he was removed unconscious to Relief Hospital with a crushed chest and placed on the dangerous list. Recovery was considered unlikely.

Hanover Street Nathan Nevins Chelsea Street Boston Young Nevins Relief Hospital

Look at These Advance Bargains Tomorrow or Saturday

Local retailer previews a showcase of hundreds of value items to be offered this weekend. The advance bargains highlight a wide range of samples and specials set to draw shoppers.

Toe Suit Put Out of Court

Miss Mary Cross sues Dr. Albert D. Yorke for $25,000 claiming negligent treatment caused amputation of her big toe. The Suffolk Superior Court ordered the case dismissed after she failed to answer questions. she had filed the suit last September alleging unskillful care led to loss of her toe and foot from blood poisoning.

Mary 8. Cross Albert D. Yorke Jamaica Plain Suffolk Superior Court

Man of 75 Struck by Car in Dorchester Injury

John W. Crane 75 of 67 Olney Street Dorchester was fatally injured when struck by an inbound Post Office square car while crossing Bowdoin Street near his home. He was treated by Dr. John M. Kelley and removed to the City Hospital.

John W. Crane Olney Street Dorchester Bowdoin Street John M. Kelley City Hospital

Bangor strike eyed by State arbitration board

The Maine State Board of Arbitration and Conciliation discussed possible settlement of the Bangor Railway and Electric Company street car workers strike. Chairman Frederick Bogue and Secretary Alden M. Flagg met with company President Ryder and Mayor Woodman and planned talks with strikers tomorrow as they seek union recognition while cars run largely on schedule.

Bangor State Board of Arbitration and Conciliation Bangor Railway & Electric Company Frederick Bogue East Machias Alden M. Flagg Auburn Ryder Woodman

Doctor Willis Dead After Stroke In Somerville

Dr Reuben Willis a longtime Somerville physician died yesterday at Robert Brigham Hospital after a four month battle with apoplexy. Born September 14 1842 in Belchertown he served in the Twenty fifth Massachusetts Volunteers before graduating from Harvard Medical School in 1867 and beginning practice in Weston prior to moving to Somerville in 1881.

Reuben Willis Somerville Robert Brigham Hospital Willis Dr. Willis Somerville Hospital New England Belchertown Massachusetts Volunteers Harvard Medical School Weston Mass

D. May & Co. Richmond Store Ad Highlighting Menswear

Richmond shop D May and Co presents hats caps neckwear shirts underwear and rubbers. It advertises a general stock of men women and children's shoes and rubbers and promotes Janeway and other well known brands.

D. May & Co Richmond Janeway Taylor’s Bargain Store Hancock St Quincy Mass

Near Fight in Senate Discussion

In Washington on September 6, Senator Ashurst of Arizona charged across the Senate floor at Senator Curtis of Kansas, calling him the Pharisee from Kansas and demanding an explanation of remarks during debate on the corrupt practices bill.

Washington Chamberlain Ashurst Arizona Curtis Kansas

Senate Franks Debate on Corrupt Practices Bill Ends Without Action

Senators exchanged sharp remarks over the corrupt practices bill with Ashurst and Curtis trading barbs. Owen won a motion to proceed 32 to 14 as Brady and Jones offered amendments, but no final vote was taken before adjournment.

Senator Smoot Mr. Curtis Arizona Ashurst Owen Senate Curtis Frank Senator Curtis Washington Kansas Brady Jones

Gen Whittemore Dead Aged 80 Years

Brigadier General James M. Whittemore U S A retired of New Haven Conn died today at a Jamestown hotel at age 80 after a week of illness. Mrs Whittemore attended him and will take the body to New Haven for burial tomorrow.

Jamestown R. I James M. Whittemore U. Ss. A New Haven Conn

Powerful American warship joins Atlantic fleet after trials

The most powerful American warship completed final acceptance trials and joined the Atlantic fleet on the Southern drill grounds for target practice. Admiral Benson, chief of operations, said the test was satisfactory though he has not yet received the port of Captain William S. Simater, commander.

Benson William S. Sima

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